May 28, 2009 in All Stories, Citizen Activism - May 2009
By Evangeline Cafe Northwest Asian Weekly Civic activism has changed the course of history many times, from ending segregation to granting women’s suffrage to expanding gay rights. The collective action of passionate people has proven to be a mighty force. On May 15, the Northwest Asian Weekly Foundation recognized 20 local women who fight for [...]
Tags: Women of Color Empowered 2009
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May 2, 2009 in All Stories, Citizen Activism - May 2009
By Staff Northwest Asian Weekly Women of Color Empowered is an event organized by a planning committee to recognize women who have made a significant contribution to their field. It strives to dispel certain stereotypes. To be held on Friday, May 15, at Ocean City Restaurant, the theme for the upcoming event is “Civic Activism: [...]
Tags: A. Linda Taylor, Amalia Maestas, Amy Bates, Bettie Luke, Dawn Mason, Harriett Walden, Jacquie Jones-Walsh, Jean Hernandez, Kay Bullitt, Kristina Logsdon, Lua Pritchard, Marlee Ginter, Nancy Amidei, Pramila Jayapal, Rosalinda Guillen, Someireh Amirfaiz, Stella Chao, Thelma A. Jackson, Ticiang Diangson, Velma Veloria, Women of Color Empowered 2009
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